Benton
156 East 45 Street, Manhattan, NY 10017
Japanese Turtle Bay-East Midtown (212) 922-9788
Grade B · as of Dec 24, 2024
Benton was last inspected on July 20, 2026 with a result of “Violations were cited in the following area(s)”. Inspectors found 1 violation.
Latest inspection
July 20, 2026 · Administrative Miscellaneous · Initial Inspection
Result: Violations were cited in the following area(s)
1 paperwork-
PaperworkSigns & paperwork
Letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted.
Official wording (code 20-06)
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Inspection history
16 inspections on record
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39 39 points (C range)
Cycle Inspection · Initial Inspection
Scored in the C range on an initial inspection, so no grade is given yet. A re-inspection follows.
4 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalFacility
The sewage system was missing, improper, or inadequate.
Official wording (code 05A)
Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.
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CriticalFood temperature
Hot food was being held below 140°F, where bacteria can grow.
Official wording (code 02B)
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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CriticalFood handling
Sewage or wastewater contaminated a food or work area.
Official wording (code 04F)
Food preparation area, food storage area, or other area used by employees or patrons, contaminated by sewage or liquid waste.
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CriticalFacility
A hand-washing sink was missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Official wording (code 05D)
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Non-food surfaces or equipment were dirty, damaged, or made of unsuitable material.
Official wording (code 10F)
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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B 17 points (B range)
Cycle Inspection · Re-inspection
2 critical1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFacility
A hand-washing sink was missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Official wording (code 05D)
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Food or supplies weren’t protected from contamination during storage, prep, or service.
Official wording (code 06C)
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
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PaperworkFood handling
No “wash hands” sign at the hand sink.
Official wording (code 09E)
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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47 47 points (C range)
Cycle Inspection · Initial Inspection
Scored in the C range on an initial inspection, so no grade is given yet. A re-inspection follows.
3 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalPests
Flies or other nuisance pests were found.
Official wording (code 04N)
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
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CriticalFood temperature
Hot food was being held below 140°F, where bacteria can grow.
Official wording (code 02B)
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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CriticalFacility
No approved procedure for refilling reusable containers.
Official wording (code 05H)
No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
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GeneralPests
The building wasn’t pest-proofed: gaps, holes, or clutter that let rodents or insects in or give them shelter.
Official wording (code 08A)
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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Source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 4 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.